When thinking about what pallet racking styles you will need for your business, there are many questions you must first ask and answer. You need to think about the pros and cons of different styles available to determine what will best benefit your business.
Choosing the best pallet racking for your floor space
Floor space is one of the first factors you need to consider. This is because it dictates the scale of the project and how much storage you have to work with. However, you can make up for small floor space with height, so don’t let it hold you back.
Ceiling height
Speaking of height, you need to measure the ceiling height of your warehouse as it will tell you just how tall your racking can be built. Sufficient ceiling height can also bring options such as whether to install mezzanine flooring for additional space or office areas.
Choosing the size and type
The type of pallets in your warehouse should influence the most suitable racking system for your needs. For example, if your pallets are larger, you will likely need more space between them for ease of access.
How often do you need to access your pallets?
If you are only storing your pallets for a short period of time, you must take extra care so that the products can be efficiently processed. If you are storing your pallets for longer periods, you may want to consider storage density.
Shelf life
The shelf life of your goods is something you need to take into careful consideration. You need to think about the best process to follow to ensure everything must be moved out by a certain date. This means that “first in, last out” is unlikely to be a suitable option.
How many pallets do you intend to store?
The more pallets that need storing at a time, the more racking you will need. This must be taken into account when deciding on the best-suited density of storage in your warehouse.
Your forklift
There are certain pallet racking types that rely on specialist equipment. If you don’t have the right forklift or other equipment for your pallet racking system, you are likely to struggle. Make sure everything you invest in works well together.
So, what does your warehouse need?
Only you can determine the best pallet racking system for your warehouse. After all, you’re the one running the operation! If you feel unsure, it helps to speak with an expert who can help find the best products for your warehouse needs. At Monarch Shelving Ltd, we have a full range of new or preloved pallet racking for you to choose from. Get in touch with our team to discuss the pallet racking needs for your warehouse and see how we can help.
